I'm glad my '04 came with the more manual latch release.
Mom's '05 has the electronic and fortunately, she hasn't had
any problems with hers. I would first check the fuse box and
then, if a fuse replacement doesn't do it, get inside the hatch
and replace the switch. Good luck!

Once the inner back panel is removed, look at the mechanical latch housing at the bottom of the hatch and locate the switch at the back of the latch (see photo). Push the switch to the right to mechanically unlatch the door. This will make removal and replacement of the latch and solenoid (located above the latch) easier.

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